What is the cheapest way to get from Ueda to Niigata?

The cheapest way to get from Ueda to Niigata is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ueda to Niigata?

The fastest way to get from Ueda to Niigata is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Ueda and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Ueda to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Ueda and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Takasaki and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Ueda to Niigata?

The distance between Ueda and Niigata is 283 km. The road distance is 217.6 km.

How do I travel from Ueda to Niigata without a car?

The best way to get from Ueda to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥9000 - ¥14000.

How long does it take to get from Ueda to Niigata?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Ueda to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueda to Niigata train from?

Ueda to Niigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Ueda station.

Train or bus from Ueda to Niigata?

The best way to get from Ueda to Niigata is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥9000 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4200 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Ueda to Niigata train arrive?

Ueda to Niigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Takasaki station.

Can I drive from Ueda to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueda to Niigata is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ueda to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 87+ hotels available in Niigata.

Ueda to Niigata - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ueda to Niigata by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ueda to TakasakiHakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Takasaki to NiigataToki
2h 51m
¥9,038–13,918
Drive 217.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueda to Niigata217.6 km
2h 48m
¥3,698–5,341
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nagano to Toppara
4h 16m
¥4,227–7,287

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 283.2 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Ueda, Japan and Niigata, Japan?

You can take a train from Ueda to Aoyama(Niigata) via Takasaki and Niigata in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Nagano to Toppara twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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